ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUV
1
2
COE LABS/GROUPSHEADFACULTYResearch Agenda/TopicsLAST UPDATED ON:
3
May 25, 2023
4
Department of Chemical Engineering
https://dche.coe.upd.edu.ph/researchlab
5
Advanced Materials and Organic Synthesis LaboratoryRamuel John I. TamargoDevelopment of novel organic molecules for various industrial applications
Greener and more efficient methodologies to obtain high-valued molecules
Designing and furnishing nanomaterials for biomedical and environmental applications
6
Bioprocess Engineering LaboratoryBryan G. Alamani
Charlimagne M. Montealegre
Jay R T. Adolacion
7
Catalysis Research LaboratoryMaria Lourdes P. DalidaMarjorie L. Baynosa
Jayson Sime D. Jeremias
Catalysis, reaction engineering, and reactor design for environmental and energy applications
Design and fabrication of reactors
Optimization of reactor performance
Design of catalysts employing different dopants
Application of catalytic materials and processes for the development of clean technologies
8
Chemical Engineering Analytical Laboratory
9
Chemical Engineering Intelligence Learning LaboratoryMiguel Francisco M. RemolonaChemical Engineering and Machine Learning
Expansion of the Natural Language Processing and Image Processing Databank for Chemical Engineering
Development of a populated knowledge management system for Chemical Engineering knowledge using Ontologies
Development of a framework that does the automation of the population of the Ontologies using Natural Language Processing
10
Environmental Process Engineering LaboratoryAnaliza P. RollonFlorencio C. Ballesteros
Marjorie L. Baynosa
Biological process systems for industrial wastewater and slurries, biogenic solid wastes, remediation of contaminated soil and groundwater
Thermochemical, chemical and biological processes for recovery of material and energy resources from solid and liquid wastes
Advanced oxidation processes for the treatment of micro-pollutants of emerging concern, such as dyes, antibiotics, endocrine disruptors and other pharmaceutical and personal care products
Development of microbial consortium for bioremediation of contaminated soil and industrial wastewater treatment
Developing rapid tests for detection of toxins and pathogens in water environment
Clean technology for chemical process industries
Development of sustainability assessment tools for process systems
11
Fuels, Energy and Thermal Systems LaboratoryRizalinda L. De LeonKristian July R. Yap
Bemboy Niño F. Subosa
John Paul Niño A. Sanglay
More efficient, integrated and effective processes for converting water, biomass and other residue into fuels and high-value products
12
Green Materials LaboratoryTerence P. TumolvaMichael Sean P. Deang
Paul Jake B. Nalzaro
Novel environment-friendly polymeric materials
Novel applications of bio-based materials
Novel eco-friendly methods of producing and treating polymeric products
Green composites
Green polymers
Green engineering
13
Inorganic Synthesis LaboratoryMaurice Sorolla IIDiscovery of new inorganic compounds (oxides, transition metal complexes, inorganic-organic hybrids, zeolites, coordination polymers, metal-organic frameworks, etc)
14
Laboratory of Electrochemical EngineeringJoey D. OconJulie Anne D. del Rosario
Lawrence Limjuco
Michael T. Castro
Fuel Cell Catalysis and Systems
Battery Chemistry and Systems
Carbon Dioxide Capture and Conversion
Corrosion and Prevention
Supercapacitors
Water Electrocatalysis
Hydrogen Storage and Generation
Sensor Electrochemistry and Technology
Energy Storage Systems
Photochemical Water Splitting
15
Molecular Modelling LaboratoryArthur Gonzales IIIStructure-based drug discovery and design
Nanomaterial analysis and design
Pollution control
16
Nanotechnology Research LaboratoryJem Valerie D. PerezMarlon L. Mopon Jr.
Isaac Jerome C. dela Cruz
Synthesis of novel metal-organic frameworks (MOF) for carbon dioxide capture and storage
Adsorption of pollutants in water using novel MOF-based polymer nanocomposite beads
Colorimetric detection of water pollutants using functionalized nanoparticles (development of paper-based nanosensors)
Water purification using electrospun nanocomposite membranes
Photoelectrocatalytic degradation of recalcitrant pollutants under UV and visible light using doped titanium dioxide nanotubes
17
Process Systems Engineering LaboratoryKarl Ezra PilarioJose Muñoz
Bemboy Niño Subosa
Ricardo Roxas
Fault Detection and Diagnosis
Predictive Maintenance
Process Control
Process Dynamic Modelling
Process Data Visualization
18
Sustainable Production & Responsible Consumption LaboratoryJhud Mikhail O. AberillaLife cycle sustainability
Systems modeling
Decision analysis
Sustainability in engineering and education policy
19
20
Institute of Civil Engineeringhttps://ice.upd.edu.ph/laboratories/
21
Water Resources and Coastal Engineering GroupDr. Roberto S. Soriano
Dr. Guillermo Q. Tabios III (Professor Emeritus)
Dr. Eric C. Cruz
Dr. Eugene C. Herrera
Assoc. Prof. Cornelio Q. Dizon
Asst. Prof. Richmark N. Macuha
Asst. Prof. Imee Bren O. Villalba
Asst. Prof. Dominic M. Bautista
Engr. John Kenneth B. Musico
Water Resource Utilization, Planning, Development, Engineering, and Management
Water-related Hazards
Climate Change-related Impacts
Coastal Engineering
Port Engineering
Harbor Engineering
Marine Civil Engineering
22
Construction Engineering and Management GroupDr. Diocel Harold M. AquinoDr. Fernando J. Germar
Dr. Oscar Victor M. Antonio, Jr.
Dr. Nathaniel B. Diola
Asst. Prof. Ma. Doreen E. Candelaria
Asst. Prof. Rosabelle Louise A. Caram
Asst. Prof. Jonas Christian R. Quero
Asst. Prof. Homer T. Sadie
Engr. Dean Ashton D. Plamenco
Sustainability in Construction
Low-carbon construction materials
Green construction and building materials
Smart buildings, infrastructure, and cities
Circular economy in construction
Management and maintenance of buildings and structures

Resilient Construction
Building envelopes for tropical environments
Concrete in marine environments
Marine and offshore construction

Agile Construction
Construction 4.0 and Digital Transformation
Machine Learning and Decision Support Tools in Construction
Building Information Modeling
23
Environmental and Energy Engineering Group
Asst. Prof. Ma. Brida Lea D. Diola
Dr. Augustus C. Resurreccion
Dr. Maria Antonia N. Tanchuling
Asst. Prof. Rochie D. Amolato
Asst. Prof. Maxell P. Lumbera
Asst. Prof. Reygie Q. Macasieb (on study leave)
Asst. Prof. Christian R. Orozco (on study leave)
Asst. Prof. Noriza T. Sadie
Engr. Jessica M. Junio
Water Quality Control and Management
Water and Wastewater Treatment
Solid and Hazardous Waste Management
Macro- and Microplastic Pollution
Geo-Environmental Engineering
Environmental Systems Engineering
Sustainable Buildings
24
Geotechnical Engineering GroupDr. Mark Albert H. Zarco
Dr. Alexis Philip A. Acacio
Asst. Prof. Jaime Angelo S. Victor
Asst. Prof. Lestelle V. Torio-Kaimo
Asst. Prof. Giancarlo P. Ventura (on study leave)
Engr. Matthew Travis M. Alcantara
Engr. Helli-mar T. Trilles
Geotechnical Testing, Investigation, and Instrumentation
Geomaterials (Soil Mechanics, Geosynthetics)
Soil-Structure Interaction (Foundation Eng’g and Earth Retaining Structures)
Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering
Computational Geomechanics
Earth Structures
Ground Improvement
Geo-environmental Engineering
Characterization of Indigenous Geomaterials
Construction in Problematic Geotechnical Conditions
Assessment and Mitigation of Risks Related to Geotechnical and Geo-environmental Hazards
25
Structural Engineering GroupDr. Pher Errol B. Quinay
Dr. Jaime Y. Hernandez, Jr.
Dr. Benito M. Pacheco
Dr. Eric Augustus J. Tingatinga
Asst. Prof. Timothy John S. Acosta (on study leave)
Asst. Prof. Joshua C. Agar
Asst. Prof. Julius Rey D. Baniqued
Asst. Prof. Ammiel Mac A. Barros
Asst. Prof. Jihan S. Pacer
Asst. Prof. Liezl Raissa E. Tan
Engr. Karlo Daniel Q. Colegio
Earthquake Engineering
Typhoon Engineering
Fire Engineering
Structural Health Monitoring
Novel Structural Systems
Disaster Risk Reduction and Management
Design, development, monitoring, evaluation, rehabilitation and Retrofit of Structures
Computational mechanics and simulation studies and structural modeling
Testing of structures and components
26
Transportation Engineering GroupsDr. Hilario Sean O. PalmianoDr. Jose Regin F. Regidor
Dr. Karl B. N. Vergel
Dr. Lea B. Bronuela-Ambrocio
Dr. Sandy Mae A. Gaspay
Asst. Prof. Mathew Harvey T. Peralta
Traffic Flow Theory and Analysis, and Traffic Engineering
Highway Engineering & Pavement Engineering (Road and Airport)
Intelligent Transport Systems
Transport Safety
Public Transportation
Mobility Management
Active Transportation, Planning and Design of Inclusive and Sustainable Transportation; Multimodal Transportation Planning and Design
Transportation, Environment, and Energy
27
28
Electrical and Electronics Engineering Institute
https://eee.upd.edu.ph/research/research-laboratories/
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/u/3/d/1KGUHvUOoy9xNixe6KBLUKWSYxLJz5fWtLrkqeORkGYM/htmlview?urp=gmail_link#gid=0
29
Computer Networks LaboratoryRoel OcampoComputer Networks
30
Digital Signal Processing LaboratoryCarl Timothy TolentinoRhandley CajoteAudio and Video Signal Processing, Image and Video Processing, Handwriting Recognition, Machine Vision, Stereo Imaging, Pattern Recognition
31
Electricity Market Research LaboratoryAdonis Emmanuel TioJordan Orillaza
Wilbert Rey Tarnate
Power Systems, Power Quality, Electricity Market
32
Innovation Research CenterLuis SisonRoxanne De LeonBiomedical Engineering, Wireless Sensor Networks
33
Microelectronics and Microprocessors LaboratoryLouis Alarcon
Maria Theresa De Leon
Anastacia Alvarez
John Richard Hizon
Marc Rosales
Microelectronics, Integrated Circuits, RF IC Design, Low-Power Processor Design, Analog and RF IC Design, IC Testing and Verification, Microelectronics, Computer Architecture, Digital Design and HDLs, Memory and Cache Design, RISC Processors, Mixed Signal Circuits, Radio Frequency Integrated Circuits, Electronic Prototyping
34
Mobile Robotics Laboratory
35
Artesyn-Power Electronics LaboratoryCarl Michael OdulioLew Andrew TriaPower Electronics, Electric Motor Drives, Power Electronics
36
Power Systems Simulation LaboratoryJordan Rel OrillazaRowaldo Del Mundo
Justine Joshua Ramos
Ivan Benedict Nilo Cruz
Christian Angelo Yap
Alberto De Villa
Carl Michael Odulio
Power Systems, Power Quality, Electricity Market, Electricity Market Regulation, Energy Planning, Power Electronics, Electric Motor Drives
37
Robotics Automation LaboratoryManuel Ramos Jr.Control Systems, Nonlinear Control, Robotics, Fuzzy Systems
38
Ubiquitous Computing LaboratoryRowel AtienzaNestor Michael TiglaoAI, Computer Vision, Robotics, Computer Network Architecture and Programming, IP QoS, Web-based Development
39
Wireless Communications Engineering LaboratoryLoren Angelou CruzPaul CoSignal processing for wireless communications, RF and Antennas, Wireless Communications
40
Smart Grid Research CenterMichael Angelo PedrasaAdonis Tio
Alberto De Villa
Wilbert Rey Tarnate
Luigi Teola
Power Systems, Renewable Energy, Power Electronics
41
Smart Systems LaboratoryJaybie De GuzmanIsabel Austria
Jhoanna Rhodette Pedrasa
Computer Networks, Design of Experiments, Data Analytics and Modelling
42
Solar Photovoltaics LaboratoryLew Andrew TriaSolar Photovoltaics
43
44
Department of Computer Science
https://dcs.upd.edu.ph/research/
45
Networks and Distributed Systems GroupComputer networks, distributed systems, and embedded systems
Software-defined Networking (SDN)
Network Function Virtualization (NFV)
Wireless sensor networks
Delay-tolerant networking
Community access networks
46
Computer Vision and Machine Intelligence GroupProspero NavalComputational systems
47
Service Science and Software Engineering LaboratoryJaime CaroRichelle Ann Juayong Ph.D.Data Analytics
Service Design
Software Engineering
Information Systems Design and Management
IT for Education
E-Governance
eHealth
48
Algorithms and Complexity LaboratoryHenry Adorna, Ph.D.
Kelvin Buño, M.S.
Francis George C. Cabarle, Ph.D.
Jaime Caro, Ph.D.
Nestine Hope Hernandez, M.S.
Richelle Ann Juayong Ph.D. CS
Ivy Ordanel
Natural computing (particularly membrane computing and quantum algorithms)
Algorithmics for hard problems
Bioinformatics
Data analysis and visualization
49
Web Science GroupUsability and user experience
Semantic web
Geospatial technologies
Linked data, big data and open data, as applied in education, healthcare, and urban environments, on all platforms, including, but not limited to, mobile and Internet of Things (IoT)
50
Computer Security GroupSusan P. Festin, Ph.D.Philip Christian Zuniga
Edgardo Felizmenio, Jr.
Marie Jo-anne Mendoza
Juan Felipe Coronel
Security mechanisms and protocols with a particular emphasis in the design and development of secure applications
51
System Modeling and Simulation Laboratory
52
Scientific Computing LaboratoryAdrian Roy L. ValdezJaymar B. Soriano, D.Sc.
John Justine S. Villar, Ph.D.
Jerome Cary B. Beltran
Ivan Carlo Balingit
Computational Systems Biology and Bioinformatics
Data Analytics
Intelligent Transportation Systems
Mathematical and Computational Finance
Mathematical Informatics
53
54
Department of Mining, Metalllurgical, and Materials Engineering
https://dmmme.coe.upd.edu.ph/
55
Materials Characterization LaboratoryManolo Mena
Jan Lowell Buquiz
Terence Lucero Menor
Mark Jeffry De Leon
Thermal Analysis
Size and Surface Area Analysis
56
Mechanical Testing LaboratoryAlberto Amorsolo
Jan Lowell Buquiz
Stan Kristian Ejera
Mechanical strength and hardness of various materials
57
Composite Materials LaboratoryMary Donnabelle Balela
Leslie Joy Diaz
Richard Espiritu
Eduardo Magdaluyo
Candy Mercado
Joshua Kae Macugay
Aileen Grace Ongkiko
Mitch-Irene Kate Oyales
Ivy Ann Razonado
Kathrina Lois Taaca
John Kenneth Cruz
Juan Fidel Calaywan
Composite Materials
58
Mineral Processing LaboratoryRinlee Butch Cervera
Herman Mendoza
Eden May Dela Peña
Karlo Leandro Baladad
Franco Danilo Luistro
Joy Marisol Maniaul
Christian Arranz
Eligia Clemente
Juan Fidel Calaywan
Magdaleno Vasquez Jr.
Kathrina Lois Taaca
Size reduction, screening, classification and mineral concentration
Metals extraction and recovery
59
Extractive Metallurgical LaboratoryManolo Mena
Franco Danilo Luistro
Terence Lucero Menor
Christian Arranz
Determination of the elemental composition of metals and ores
60
Eden May Dela Peña
Christian Arranz
Rusloyd Lariba
John Kenneth Cruz
Water Quality and Geomechanics
61
62
Department of Mechanical Engineering
https://mech.engg.upd.edu.ph/laboratories/
63
Power and EnergyMenandro S. Berana
Louis Angelo M. Danao
Ferdinand G. Manegdeg
Edwin N. Quiros
Joseph Gerard T. Reyes
Binoe E. Abuan
Daryl E. Cielo
Job Immanuel B. Encarnacion
Roderaid T. Ibañez
Jose Gabriel E. Mercado
Power Generation, Wind Turbine Aerodynamics, Tidal Turbine Hydrodynamics, Blade Design, Renewable Energy Systems, Computational Fluid Dynamics, Combustion, Power Plant, Energy Policy, Energy and Power Plant Engineering, Fuels, Energy Efficiency, Energy Audit of Facilities, Power Plant Technology, Renewable Energy, Sustainability, Energy Efficiency of the built environment, Compressed Air Energy Storage, Building Energy Audit
64
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC-R) and Thermal SystemsMenandro S. Berana
Ferdinand G. Manegdeg
Edwin N. Quiros
Juvy A. Balbarona
Joseph Gerard T. Reyes
Binoe E. Abuan
Ken Bryan A. Fernandez
John Carlo S. Garcia
Jose Gabriel E. Mercado
Thermal Systems, HVACR, Thermal Processing and Analysis, Thermodynamics, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, Indoor Air Quality, Wind-Induced Natural Ventilation, Indoor Airflow, Refrigeration System Analysis and Optimization, Heat exchanger optimization, Heat Transfer, Thermal Engineering
65
Machine DesignLouis Angelo M. Danao
Gerald Jo C. Denoga
Joseph Gerard T. Reyes
Hannah Erika D. Macaspac
Paul L. Rodgers
Rex L. Bingabing
Jerico S. Manalo
Mechanicanisms, Machine Design, Turbomachinery (Pumps/Turbines/Propellers), Machine Dynamics
66
BiomechanicsAndre S. Publico Biomechanics
67
Automation, Robotics, and Control SystemsErnest Wendell L. Balbin
Gerald Jo C. Denoga
Joseph Gerard T. Reyes
Jerico S. Manalo
Daniel Dave C. Mendoza
Samiel Louie M. Arrojado
Control Systems, Control and Automation, Instrumentation, Robotics, Monitoring and Control
68
Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM)
69
Manufacturing and Design, Product DevelopmentGerald Jo C. Denoga
Louis Angelo M. Danao
Juvy A. Balbarona
Joseph Gerard T. Reyes
Jennifer F. Callanga
Hannah Erika D. Macaspac
Paul L. Rodgers
Richard Raymond N. Dimagiba
Alexander E. Magisa
Jose Ygnacio Jesus A. Macaspac
Product Development, Finite Element Analysis, Structural Analysis and Design, Composites, Nanomaterials, Surface Functionalization, Manufacturing Processes, Design and Manufacturing, Advanced Materials, 2D Materials,
70
MechanicsJon Dewitt E. Dalisay
Paul L. Rodgers
Nonlinear Mechanics, Vibration and Acoustics, Mechanical Vibration
71
Systems, Facilities and ProductivityFerdinand G. Manegdeg
Gerald Jo C. Denoga
Joseph Gerard T. Reyes
Jon Dewitt E. Dalisay
Alexander P. Paran
Systems and Productivity Improvement, Systems Modelling, Facilities Management and Engineering; System Modeling, Identification, and Control, Modeling and Simulations
72
Metrology and Mensuration Laboratory
73
Automotive, Transport and Air QualityGerald Jo C. Denoga
Edwin N. Quiros
Joseph Gerard T. Reyes
Ervin S. Santos
Transportation Energy, Hybrid Vehicles, Fuels, Engine Performance and Emissions, Vehicle Performance and Emissions, Transportation, Air Pollution Transport Modeling, Monitoring and Control, Vehicle Testing, Prototyping
74
Finite Element AnalysisLouis Angelo M. Danao
Andre S. Publico
Hannah Erika D. Macaspac
Christian N. Della
Richard Raymond N. Dimagiba
75
Fluid Dynamics Binoe E. Abuan
Louis Angelo M. Danao
Virgel M. Arocena
Julius Rhoan T. Lustro
John Ian V. Baytamo
Christian N. Della
Richard Raymond N. Dimagiba
Aerodynamics, Hydrodynamics, Computational Fluid Dynamics, Turbulence, Transition to Turbulence, Chaos, Dynamical Systems
76
Fluid MechanicsVirgel M. Arocena Fluid mechanics, Cavitation
77
Aerospace Engineering, Structural DynamicsAlbert V. Fibra Jr.Aerospace Engineering, Structural Dynamics
78
MechatronicsJerico S. Manalo
Richard Raymond N. Dimagiba
Alexander E. Magisa
Jose Ygnacio Jesus A. Macaspac
Mechatronic Systems, Semiconductors, Micro/Nano Electro-Mechanical Systems
79
Corrosion Engineering, Nuclear EngineeringJan Reynold M. Agustin Corrosion Engineering, Nuclear Engineering
80
81
Department of Industrial Engineering and Operations Research
http://ieor.engg.upd.edu.ph/
82
Operations ResearchLowell L. Lorenzo
Simon Anthony A. Lorenzo
Joanna Z. Resurrecion
Carlo Angelo A. Sonday
Operations Research, Systems Simulation, Optimization
83
Information Systems and Analytics Systems EngineeringEugene Rex L. Jalao
Raymond Freth A. Lagria
Carlo Angelo A. Sonday
Lowell L. Lorenzo
Adeline A. Pacia
Regine A. Tejada
Pierre Allan C. Villena
Data Science and Analytics, Information Systems, Data Mining, Systems Simulation, Decision Support Systems, Mathematical Programming
84
Human Factors and ErgonomicsAura C. Matias
Benette P. Custodio
Lorelie C. Grepo-Jalao
Human Factors and Ergonomics, Occupational Safety & Health, Human-Computer Interaction, Human Performance, Office Ergonomics, WMSD Assessment, Usability Assessment, Work Measurement, Method Study
85
Production Systems and Supply ChainIris Ann G. Martinez
Virginia J. Soriano
Mili-Ann M. Tamayao
Erickson L. Llaguno
Regine A. Tejada
Lowell L. Lorenzo
Joanna Z. Resurrecion
Production Systems, Technology and Knowledge Transfer, Inventory Management through Production System Signals, Workforce Requirements Management, Worker Learning and Learning Remission, Sustainable Product and Production Systems, Systems Analysis, Total Systems Analysis and Design, Life Cycle Analysis, Supply Chain Management, Quality Management, Scheduling, Process Design
86
Process and Product SustainabilityMili-Ann M. Tamayao
Virginia J. Soriano
Life Cycle Analysis, Sustainable Product and Production Systems, Sustainable Energy Systems, Green Manufacturing, Environmentally-Sound Product Design & Development
87
Business and MacroeconomicsJoanna Z. Resurrecion
Adeline A. Pacia
Edgardo G. Anatacio
Applied Macroeconomics, Entrepreneurship, Engineering Economics
88
Project Management and Process ImprovementErickson L. Llaguno
Adeline A. Pacia
Joanna Z. Resurrecion
Pierre Allan C. Villena
Project Management, Lean Six Sigma, Risk Management, Process Improvement, Disaster Risk Analysis, Business Process
89
90
91
92
93
94
95
96
97
98
99
100